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Ministry of Finance
Quarterly Report on Public Debt Management for the quarter ended March 2023
Since Apr-June  2010-11, Public Debt Management Cell , Budget Division, Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance has been bringing out a quarterly report on debt management on a regular basis. The current report pertains to the quarter January-March .
During Q4 of FY23, the Central Government on issuance/settlement basis of dated securities raised gross amount worth Rs. 2,74,000 crore and Rs. 2,72,468.3 crore after adjusting for switches. The weighted average yield  of issuances during the quarter stood at 7.34% and it was 7.32% for FY 2022-23. The weighted average maturity  of the issuances worked out to 16.58 years for Q4 2022-23 and 16.05 for FY 2022-23. During January-March 2023, the cash position of the Central Government remained in surplus, and Government was in WMA only for a day.
Total gross liabilities  of the Government, as per provisional data, increased marginally to Rs. 1,55,59,574 crore at end-March 2023 from Rs. 1,48,49,525 crore at end- December 2022. This represented a quarter-on-quarter increase of 4.8 per cent in Q4 FY2022-23. Further, nearly 29.1 per cent of the outstanding dated securities had a residual maturity of less than 5 years.
The yield on Government securities hardened during FY 2022-23 primarily on the back of heightened domestic inflation; surge in global commodity prices; and, global spillovers from tightening monetary policy by major central banks. However, the yield movements in the last quarter of 2022-23 remained volatile. The yield on the 10-year benchmark security softened from 7.33% at the close of the quarter on 30th December 2022 to 7.31% at the close on 31st March 2023, thus softening by 2 bps during the quarter.
In secondary market, trading activities were concentrated in 7–10-year maturity bucket during the quarter mainly because of more trading observed in 10-year benchmark security. Foreign Banks emerged as dominant trading segment in secondary market during quarter under review with a share of 28.09 per cent in “Buy” deals and 27.56 per cent in “Sell” deals in the total outright trading activity, followed by private sector banks, primary dealers, public sector banks and mutual fund. On a net basis, co-operative banks, public sector banks and primary dealers were net sellers while foreign banks, FIs, insurance companies, mutual funds, private sector banks and ‘Others’ were net buyers in the secondary market. The ownership pattern of Central Government securities indicates that share of commercial banks stood increased to 36.6 per cent at end-March 2023, relative to 36.1 per cent at end- December 2022.
Access the full report: Quarterly Report on Public Debt Management for the quarter ended March 2023
Ministry of Science & Technology
Preventing Diabetes in Pregnancy critical to India's future generation well-being: Dr Jitendra Singh
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, who is also a nationally renowned Diabetologist, said here today that prevention of Diabetes in Pregnancy is critical to the well-being of India's future generation.
Dr. Jitendra Singh, as Chief Guest, while addressing the Annual Conference of DIPSI , said that Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus has already assumed epidemic proportions in India with India having achieved the dubious distinction of being described as the Diabetes Capital of the world. In an alarming situation like this, he said, unless we are able to effectively prevent the occurrence of Diabetes in pregnant women, it may not be possible to break the chain of Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus getting passed on from generation to generation and thus affecting the future generations.
It is a well known fact, said Dr Jitendra Singh, that a woman who gets Gestational Diabetes Mellitus  is likely to pass on to her progeny a higher preponderance to develop Type-2 diabetes and that too at a relatively younger age.
Dr. Jitendra Singh, who is a Founder member of DIPSI and also member of the team which laid down the WHO recognised guidelines for treatment of diabetes in pregnancy, had a special word of appreciation for Dr V. Seasiah who has devoted his life time for this cause. He said, nearly half a century ago, Dr V. Seshiah and his team had come out with their recommendation of conducting "Spot Test" for blood sugar in every pregnant woman and today a "Single Procedure Test in Pregnancy” developed by the same team has been accepted worldwide as reliable and effective for future management.
Dr. V. Seshiah has now moved on to primordial prevention of diabetes in pregnant women, said Dr Jitendra Singh and added that the success of this will not only help in controlling the epidemic of diabetes in India but would also ensure the health and well-being of the youth whose energy and productivity is crucial for the next 25 years which Prime Minister Narendra Modi describes as Amrit Kal when India will reach the world pedestal.
Today’s newborns, said Dr. Jitendra Singh, are tomorrow’s youth and would determine the face and profile of India in the year 2047 and, therefore, all of us owe it not only to the medical fraternity but to the nation as a whole to support and supplement the crusade taken up by Dr. V. Seshiah for primordial prevention of diabetes in pregnancy.
With Prime Minister Narendra Modi having mentioned “Digital Health Mission” in his Independence Day address, Dr. Jitendra Singh said, the government today accords high priority to preventive healthcare which is evident from the manner India could develop first DNA vaccine against COVID and also provide it to the rest of the world under the personal supervision and patronage of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The preventive project of diabetes in pregnancy taken up by Dr. V. Seshiah is quite in tune with the preventive healthcare preferences of the government, he added.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
220.66 cr Total Vaccine doses  have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
5,602 doses administered in last 24 hours
India's Active caseload currently stands at 67,556
Active cases stand at 0.15%
Recovery Rate currently at 98.66%
10,765 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 4,42,83,021
12,193 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
92.52 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 1,97,477 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
Prime Minister's Office
Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran Dr. Javad Zarif Calls on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi
Dr. Mohammad Javad Zarif, who is visiting India for the Raisina Dialogue 2020, called on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today.
Welcoming Dr. Zarif to India, the Prime Minister recalled his warm and cordial discussions with President Rouhani in September 2019 on the sidelines of United Nations General Assembly in New York. He reiterated India's continued commitment to developing her strong and friendly relations with Iran. He thanked Iranian leadership for the progress in Chabahar project, including through designating it as Special Economic Zone.
The Foreign Minister shared his perspectives on the recent developments in the region. The Prime Minister mentioned India's strong interest in peace, security and stability in the region.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Age Relaxation To Upsc Aspirants
Union Minister of State  Science & Technology; Minister of State  Earth Sciences; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh said that representations have been received from the Civil Services Examination  aspirants regarding grant of age relaxation and extra attempt to the candidates in CSE due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.
In a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha today, Dr Jitendra Singh said, this issue had also been brought before the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India vide Writ Petitions filed by the CSE aspirants and based on the judgements passed by the Hon'ble Apex Court, the matter has been considered and it has not been found feasible to change the existing provisions regarding number of attempts and age-limit in respect of the Civil Services Examination.
In a related issue, Dr Jitendra Singh said, the Union Public Service Commission  has informed that in respect of Objective type Examination [such as CS Examination], the answer keys are declared only after the entire process of the Exam for the respective year is completed i.e. after the declaration of the final result of the Examination and the same is kept at the Commission’s website for a period of one month in active window and for further period of one month in archive.
The UPSC has also informed that it publishes the results in reasonable timeframe in pursuit of adherence to its Annual Calendar of Examinations which is notified well in advance. The UPSC has further informed that the disclosure of answer sheets is exempted vide Hon’ble Supreme Court’s judgement dated 20.02.2018 in CA Nos. 6159-6162 of 2013 and 5924/2013.
Ministry of Defence
DRDO signs 30 agreements on Technology Transfer
Defence Research and Development Organisation  has signed 30 licensing agreements for Transfer of Technology  with 16 Indian companies, including three start-ups, at Vibrant Goa Global Expo and Summit 2019, which is being held at Goa University, Taleigao, Goa between October 17-19, 2019.
The DRDO develops technologies for the Armed Forces and has been carrying out ToT of these technologies to the defence industry for end use of the Armed Forces.
Indian Armed Forces are procuring ready-to-eat meals, survival ration and emergency flying ration products from companies which have acquired ToT from DRDO. These products cater to the requirements of the Armed Forces deployed in inhospitable terrain and hostile weather conditions. These products have high nutrition value and higher shelf-life. These technologies are useful for the larger interest of society.
Vibrant Goa Summit provided an opportunity for the companies to interact with DRDO scientists who have developed these technologies. The event was inaugurated by the Chief Minister of Goa Shri Pramod Sawant yesterday and was attended by senior officials from the Government of Goa and DRDO.
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Ministry of Defence
Indigenisation of 72 Items by Defence Public Sector Undertakings  before their original timelines
Putting Atmanirbhar Bharat on fast track, 72 items out of total of 214 items mentioned in 1st and 2nd Positive Indiginisation List  have been indigenised by Defence Public Sector Undertakings  well before their original indigenisation timelines of December 2023, December 2024 and December 2025. The remaining 142 items are being indigenised within the timeline of December 2022. Some of the main Sub-systems/ Line Replacement Units  indigenised include Magazine Fire Fighting System for Ships, Steering Gear System and Fin Stabilisers with Control for Frigates, Pressurised containers for Akash Missiles, KOE charge for Konkurs Missiles and Electric Motor, Decontamination set and Prism optical instrument for Battle Tanks.
Beside these items, some critical components include Intermediate Castings for Helicopter, Polychropene Rubber Band for Submarines and High Pressure Regulating Valves for Ships. Details of all the indigenised items are available on "SRIJAN Portal ".
It is notable that in pursuit of self-reliance in defence manufacturing and to minimise imports by DPSUs under 'Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan', Department of Defence Production , Ministry of Defence had notified three Positive lndigenisation Lists of LRUs/ Sub-systems/ Assemblies/ Sub assemblies/ Components in December 2021, March 2022 and August 2022 respectively with an indicative timeline for their indigenisation. The 1st PIL contains 351 items, 2nd PIL has 107 items and 3rd PIL has 780 items for indigenisation.
Subsequently, DDP has notified the revised timeline of the 72 indigenised items . Now, these items will be procured only from the Indian Industry thereby giving a boost to the domestic industry including MSMEs and will save foreign exchange. This also reinforces the growing confidence of the Government in the capabilities of domestic industry for supplying items of international standards to meet the demand of the Armed Forces.
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Prime Minister's Office
Text of PM’s address at the inauguration of Bosch Smart Campus in Bengaluru
All team members of Bosch India,
Dear Friends, Namaste!
Congratulations to Bosch India on completing 100 years. This is a special year for both India and Bosch India. Our nation is celebrating 75 years since Independence. And, you are celebrating a century of your presence in India. I am also happy to inaugurate the Bosch Smart Campus. This campus will certainly take the lead in developing futuristic products and solutions for India and for the World. In October 2015, I had the opportunity to visit the Bosch facility in Bengaluru with Chancellor Merkel. I saw first hand the innovative work happening there. Equally delightful was the dual education approach that Bosch uses to skill youngsters.
Friends,
This is the era of technology. We all have seen the benefits of technology in the last two years when the world has been fighting the biggest pandemic in a century. Therefore, it is important to invest even further in tech and innovation. I am happy that Bosch India has worked not only on innovation but also in giving it scale. A key pillar in this will also be sustainability. India's growth is becoming greener with the installed capacity of solar energy increasing nearly 20 times in the last 8 years. I was told that Bosch has achieved carbon neutrality both in India and outside. This is very inspiring.
Friends,
Today, India is among the fastest growing major economies. Investments have picked in the last two years. Thanks to our youth, our Start-Up eco-system is among the biggest in the world. In the tech world itself there are so many opportunities. The Government of India is working to provide high speed internet to every village. Our vision of a Digital India includes integrating technology with every aspect of Government. I would urge the world to make use of these opportunities and invest in our nation.
Friends,
Milestones are important. They are an occasion to celebrate and also look ahead. I urge Bosch to think of doing even more in India. Set goals for the coming 25 years of what your team can do. 100 years ago, Bosch came to India as a German company. But today, it is as much Indian as it is German. It is a great example of German engineering and Indian energy. This relationship will continue to grow stronger. Once again, I congratulate the entire family of Bosch India and wish you all the best.
Thank you.
Thank you very much.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Court convicts two Western Coalfields Ltd. officials and a private person in separate cases for possessing disproportionate assets
: Mumbai, September 1, 2023
The Special Judge, CBI Cases, Nagpur has sentenced Sh. Ajaz Hussain Siddiqui, former official of Western Coalfields Limited posted at Sillewara Sub Area, Nagpur, to undergo six years Rigorous Imprisonment with fine of Rs. 22.95 Lakh. His wife Smt. Sajiya Begum will undergo four years Rigorous Imprisonment with a fine of Rs. 4.50 Lakh.
CBI had registered a case on 1st February, 2005 against Shri Ajaz Hussain Siddiqui, then Chute-man, AB Incline, Sillewara Sub Area, Western Coalfields Limited  , Nagpur, on the allegations that the accused had possessed huge assets, both movable and immovable, either in his name or in the name of his family members. The investigations revealed that Shri Ajaz Hussain Siddiqui was in possession of assets to the tune of Rs.17,71,324/- in his name and in the name of his wife Smt. Sajia Begum, disproportionate to their known sources of income.
After investigations, charge sheet was filed before the Special Judge, Nagpur on November 30, 2006,against both the accused. The Trial Court found both the accused guilty and convicted them.
In another case, the Special Judge, Nagpur, has sentenced Shri Irshad Hussain Siddiqui, then Mechanic Fitter, WCL, Nagpur, to undergo five years of Rigorous Imprisonment with a fine of Rs. 13.65 Lakh. CBI had registered a case on November 30, 2006,against Shri Irshad Hussain Siddiqui, Mechanic Fitter, AB Incline, Sillewara Sub Area, Western Coalfields Limited, Nagpur, on the allegations that during the period May, 1996 to February 2005, the accused was in possession of huge assets. The Investigation revealed that the accused was in possession of assets to the tune of Rs.10,77,367/-, which is disproportionate to his known sources of income. After investigations, charge sheet was filed before the Special Judge, Nagpur on January 30,2008, against the accused. The Trial Court found the said accused guilty and convicted him.
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Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Road Projects Under Pm Gati Shakti-Nmp
In October, 2021, Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs  has approved the proposal for development of 'PM GatiShakti National Master Plan ' for providing multimodal connectivity infrastructure to various Economic Zones of the Country. The PM GatiShakti NMP will depict the economic zones and the infrastructure linkages required to support them with an objective to holistically integrate all the multimodal connectivity projects and remove missing gaps for seamless movement of people, goods & services.
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has planned to augment the NH network to 2,00,000 Km by 2022-23 by connecting all State capitals in the North Eastern region with either 4 lane national highways or 2 alternate alignments of 2 lane configuration each and completing 4/6 lane NH covering length of 5,590 km along coastal areas.
The details of Economic Corridor, National Corridor & Expressways envisaged under Bharatmala Pariyojana are as follows:
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A study named ‘Logistics Efficiency Enhancement Program ’ has been conducted with an aim to enhance the economic growth of the country by making the logistics sector more efficient, seamless, and integrated. It also aims to drive down logistics costs as a share of GDP.
Bharatmala Pariyogana Phase-1 provides for 4 laning of Kochi-Munnar-Theni section of NH-85, which passes through Idukki, with the primary focus on optimizing the efficiency of the movement of the goods and people.
This information was given by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari in a written reply in the Lok Sabha.
Prime Minister's Office
My aim is to empower the poorest of the poor and ensure they lead a life of dignity: PM
Whatever we do in India will Strengthen Global Initiatives too: PM
PM delivers keynote address at Future Investment Initiative Forum in Riyadh
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi delivered a keynote address at Future Investment Initiative Forum in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister said that his aim was to empower the poorest of the poor and ensure they lead a life of dignity. He said “I am always thinking- how can India contribute to global good.'' He added that whatever we are doing in India will strengthen global initiatives too. Take for instance our aim to end TB in 2025, before the global target of 2030. When India succeeds, the world will be a healthier place.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles the demise of former Union Minister Shri Jaswant Singh
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has condoled the demise of former Union Minister Shri Jaswant Singh.
The Prime Minister said, "Jaswant Singh Ji served our nation diligently, first as a soldier and later during his long association with politics. During Atal Ji’s Government, he handled crucial portfolios and left a strong mark in the worlds of finance, defence and external affairs. Saddened by his demise."
PM said "Jaswant Singh Ji will be remembered for his unique perspective on matters of politics and society. I will always remember our interactions. Condolences to his family and supporters. Om Shanti."
Prime Minister also spoke to Shri Manvendra Singh and expressed condolences on the unfortunate demise of Shri Jaswant Singh Ji.
Ministry of Earth Sciences
Cyclone “Tauktae”very likely to move north-eastwards and weaken gradually into a Well-Marked Low pressure area during next 12 hours; remnant of the system is very likely to move further north-eastwards across Rajasthan to west Uttar Pradesh during the next two days
According to the National Weather Forecasting Centre of the India Meteorological Department : 
Deep Depression  weakened into a Depression over south Rajasthan and adjoining Gujarat region
The Deep Depression  over Gujarat region moved north-eastwards with a speed of about 07 kmph during past 06 hours, weakened into a Depression and lay centred at 0530 hours IST of today, the 19th May, 2021 near latitude 24.3°N and longitude 73.3°E over south Rajasthan and adjoining Gujarat region, about 60 kms west-southwest of Udaipur  and 110 km east-northeast of Deesa .It is very likely to move north-eastwards and weaken gradually into a Well-Marked Low pressure area during next 12 hours. The remnant of the system is very likely to move further north-eastwards across Rajasthan to west Uttar Pradesh during the next two days.
Warnings:
 Rainfall:
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Light to moderate rainfall at most places with heavy to very heavy falls at isolated places very likely over East Rajasthan on 19th May.
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The interaction of the remnant low pressure system with a trough in westerlies associated with a Western Disturbance is very likely to cause light to moderate rainfall at most places with heavy to very heavy falls and extremely heavy falls at isolated places over Uttarakhand, heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places over Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Chandigarh & Delhi, West Uttar Pradesh and Heavy rainfall at isolated places over Punjab, East Uttar Pradesh, north Madhya Pradesh and West Rajasthan during next 24 hours.
 Wind warning